2015 Independence Day Programming

This weekend, it’s time to celebrate the United States of America!
Saturday is the Fourth of July, and across the country people will be partaking
in various fun-filled festivities for the holiday.

Many U.S.A.-themed movies and TV specials will be airing all-day on July 4th,
here’s a look at what’s on the schedule. All times are EST.

Live Events

*8 p.m. “A Capital Fourth,” PBS. This special features
numerous musical performances from artists such as Barry Manilow, Alabama,
Nichole Scherzinger, Hunter Hayes and others, all from the West Lawn of the
U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

*8 p.m. “Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular,” NBC. In addition to fireworks
that will feature 50,000 pyrotechnic effects, Ed Sheeran, Kelly Clarkson,
Meghan Trainor and many more musicians will perform.

“I think the story that we’re going to tell is going to be a beautiful one and
we’re going to do the country proud,” executive producer Amy Kule said.